Other oil seeds exports from Mozambique: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of other oil seeds by Mozambique reached $266.8 million in 2024 (172.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 169 countries for exports of this product. That is 32% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $266.8M | 172.8K t |
| 2023 | $201.7M | 128.7K t |
| 2022 | $161.4M | 141.5K t |
| 2021 | $101.3M | 88.9K t |
| 2020 | $125.1M | 138.3K t |
| 2019 | $125.8M | 108.8K t |
| 2018 | $65.6M | 72.0K t |
| 2017 | $43.7M | 53.0K t |
Where Mozambique exports other oil seeds to
China alone took 83% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $220.4M | 83% |
| Japan | $26.4M | 9.9% |
| Turkey | $5.0M | 1.9% |
| India | $4.9M | 1.8% |
| Greece | $3.5M | 1.3% |
| Taiwan | $1.7M | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.7M | 0.6% |
| Austria | $770K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $362K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $315K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 1207
| 1207.40 | Sesame seeds | 94% |
| 1207.99 | Oil seeds (other species) | 3.1% |
| 1207.29 | Cotton seed cake | 1.2% |
| 1207.21 | Cotton seeds | 1.2% |
| 1207.30 | Oil seeds: castor oil seeds, whether or not broken | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1207.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.54 per kg, close to the world average of $1.38.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Other oil seeds imports to Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique imported other oil seeds worth $11.8 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (36%), Malawi (32%), Zimbabwe (8%). Among the main suppliers, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+864% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Mozambique other oil seeds exports (HS 1207): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 1207: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, n.e.c. in chapter 12; whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of other oil seeds exported by Mozambique?
Mozambique exported other oil seeds worth $266.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 172.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 169 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries buy other oil seeds from Mozambique?
China was the largest buyer with 83% of the value ($220.4 million), followed by Japan (10%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 29 buyer countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 603% on the year.
What is the average export price of other oil seeds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.54 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $1.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of other oil seeds from Mozambique changed since 2017?
Exports went from $43.7 million in 2017 to $266.8 million in 2024, an increase of 511%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $136.4 million a year.
Does Mozambique also import other oil seeds?
Yes. Mozambique imported $11.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Malawi and Zimbabwe. On balance Mozambique is a net exporter of this product, by about $255.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for other oil seeds?
The HS code for other oil seeds is heading 1207. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 1207.40 (94% of the value) and 1207.99 (3%).
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